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Hershel Woody Williams National Medal of Honor Monument Location Act
12/5/2025, 9:51 PM
Summary of Bill HR 186
Bill 119 hr 186, also known as the National Medal of Honor Museum Commemorative Work Act, authorizes the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation to establish a commemorative work on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. This commemorative work is intended to honor the extraordinary acts of valor, selfless service, and sacrifice displayed by Medal of Honor recipients.
The National Medal of Honor is the highest military decoration awarded by the United States government to members of the armed forces who have distinguished themselves through acts of valor in combat. The museum commemorates the recipients of this prestigious award and serves as a reminder of their bravery and sacrifice.
The establishment of this commemorative work on the National Mall will provide a prominent and fitting tribute to the Medal of Honor recipients, allowing visitors to learn about their heroic actions and the values they represent. The bill aims to ensure that the legacy of these courageous individuals is preserved and honored for generations to come. Overall, Bill 119 hr 186 seeks to recognize and celebrate the exceptional courage and sacrifice of Medal of Honor recipients by establishing a commemorative work on the National Mall. This legislation highlights the importance of honoring those who have gone above and beyond the call of duty to protect and defend our nation.
The National Medal of Honor is the highest military decoration awarded by the United States government to members of the armed forces who have distinguished themselves through acts of valor in combat. The museum commemorates the recipients of this prestigious award and serves as a reminder of their bravery and sacrifice.
The establishment of this commemorative work on the National Mall will provide a prominent and fitting tribute to the Medal of Honor recipients, allowing visitors to learn about their heroic actions and the values they represent. The bill aims to ensure that the legacy of these courageous individuals is preserved and honored for generations to come. Overall, Bill 119 hr 186 seeks to recognize and celebrate the exceptional courage and sacrifice of Medal of Honor recipients by establishing a commemorative work on the National Mall. This legislation highlights the importance of honoring those who have gone above and beyond the call of duty to protect and defend our nation.
Congressional Summary of HR 186
Hershel "Woody" Williams National Medal of Honor Monument Location Act
This bill requires the authorized monument honoring Medal of Honor recipients to be located within the Reserve (the great cross-axis of the National Mall, which generally extends from the Capitol to the Lincoln Memorial and from the White House to the Jefferson Memorial).
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Current Status of Bill HR 186
Bill HR 186 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since January 22, 2025. Bill HR 186 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 3, 2025. Bill HR 186's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. as of January 22, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 186
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
15Democrat Cosponsors
4Republican Cosponsors
11Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 186
Primary Policy Focus
Public Lands and Natural ResourcesAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 186
To authorize the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation to establish a commemorative work on the National Mall to honor the extraordinary acts of valor, selfless service, and sacrifice displayed by Medal of Honor recipients.
To authorize the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation to establish a commemorative work on the National Mall to honor the extraordinary acts of valor, selfless service, and sacrifice displayed by Medal of Honor recipients.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 186
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